Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:19:34 GMT
After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.
After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 2:52 PM EDT2013-06-12 18:52:00 GMT
It's the last day for Maryland residents to submit comments about electric companies' handling of the "derecho" storm in June that caused days of power outages.
It's the last day for Maryland residents to submit comments about electric companies' handling of the "derecho" storm in June that caused days of power outages.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 1:11 PM EDT2013-06-12 17:11:02 GMT
Washington, D.C. now ranks seventh in most expensive cities to visit in the U.S. A survey, conducted by TripAdvisor, gathered numbers for the average total cost of a visit to find the five most expensive cities and five least expensive cities as vacation destinations
Washington, D.C. now ranks seventh in most expensive cities to visit in the U.S. A survey, conducted by TripAdvisor, gathered numbers for the average total cost of a visit to find the five most expensive cities and five least expensive cities as vacation destinations
Monday, June 10 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-06-10 17:35:12 GMT
Standard Poor's Ratings Services upgraded its outlook Monday for the U.S. government's long-term debt. SP cited the government's strengthened finances, a recovering U.S. economy and some easing of Washington's political gridlock.
Standard Poor's Ratings Services upgraded its outlook Monday for the U.S. government's long-term debt. SP cited the government's strengthened finances, a recovering U.S. economy and some easing of Washington's political gridlock.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 11:25 PM EDT2013-06-05 03:25:08 GMT
A bombshell announcement by one of the nation's most prominent fundraising organizations. The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure says it is canceling its once-popular three day, 60-mile walks that have raised millions for breast cancer research.
A bombshell announcement by one of the nation's most prominent fundraising organizations. The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure says it is canceling its once-popular three day, 60-mile walks that have raised millions for breast cancer research.
Monday, June 3 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-06-04 03:00:29 GMT
Prince William County and Manassas were the hardest hit communities in Virginia by the 2008 housing collapse. Now a group of religious leaders has announced a $30 million plan to help families who lost their homes to foreclosure.
Prince William County and Manassas were the hardest hit communities in Virginia by the 2008 housing collapse. Now a group of religious leaders has announced a $30 million plan to help families who lost their homes to foreclosure.
Monday, June 3 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-06-03 17:54:10 GMT
BP Alaska plans to bring two new drill rigs to the North Slope by 2016, part of an additional $1 billion investment the company envisions over the next five years following the state's rollback of oil production taxes.
BP Alaska plans to bring two new drill rigs to the North Slope by 2016, part of an additional $1 billion investment the company envisions over the next five years following the state's rollback of oil production taxes.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-29 21:49:02 GMT
The St. Elizabeths East campus in Southeast D.C. is coming back to life. District leaders broke ground Wednesday on the first section of a major renovation project.
The St. Elizabeths East campus in Southeast D.C. is coming back to life. District leaders broke ground Wednesday on the first section of a major renovation project.
Friday, May 24 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:23:29 GMT
This summer, high rollers are flying to lavish hot spots for their vacations. The rest of us are driving to less luxurious places like nearby campgrounds. The good news: At some U.S. campgrounds these days you get live bands, air guitar contests and chocolate pudding slip `n slides.
This summer, high rollers are flying to lavish hot spots for their vacations. The rest of us are driving to less luxurious places like nearby campgrounds. The good news: At some U.S. campgrounds these days you get live bands, air guitar contests and chocolate pudding slip `n slides.
In her search for new and interesting products, FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans has come across some pretty interesting -- or let’s just say odd or quirky things -- to share with you in this edition of Laura's Likes.
In her search for new and interesting products, FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans has come across some pretty interesting -- or let’s just say odd or quirky things -- to share with you in this edition of Laura's Likes.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:20 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:20:23 GMT
About 7,000 supporters have signed an online petition aimed at saving UberTaxi and avoiding other proposed regulations that would impact the company's popular black car service.
About 7,000 supporters have signed an online petition aimed at saving UberTaxi and avoiding other proposed regulations that would impact the company's popular black car service.
Monday, May 20 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:56:41 GMT
Sunbathers headed to the beach this summer will find new sunscreen labels on store shelves that are designed to make the products more effective and easier to use.
Sunbathers headed to the beach this summer will find new sunscreen labels on store shelves that are designed to make the products more effective and easier to use.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:29:04 GMT
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:40 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:40:13 GMT
The numbers sum up the frenzy that has taken over the Golden State since it joined the madness over Powerball, which has seen its jackpot soar to $550 million for Saturday's drawing.
The numbers sum up the frenzy that has taken over the Golden State since it joined the madness over Powerball, which has seen its jackpot soar to $550 million for Saturday's drawing.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:39:50 GMT
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:22 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:22:53 GMT
Smart electricity meters are raising new concerns in the District. These "smart meters" let Pepco read your meter wirelessly. But earlier this week, a FOX 5 investigation revealed a wide range of potential problems. Pepco has installed the meters at 270,000 homes and businesses in the District, but some D.C. councilmembers are now saying not so fast.
Smart electricity meters are raising new concerns in the District. These "smart meters" let Pepco read your meter wirelessly. But earlier this week, a FOX 5 investigation revealed a wide range of potential problems. Pepco has installed the meters at 270,000 homes and businesses in the District, but some D.C. councilmembers are now saying not so fast.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:00 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:00:35 GMT
The latest drawing for the Powerball jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $360 million, making it the third largest Powerball jackpot and the seventh largest jackpot ever.
The latest drawing for the Powerball jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $360 million, making it the third largest Powerball jackpot and the seventh largest jackpot ever.
With Memorial Day right around the corner, we can't help but think about warmer temperatures. As it warms up, here are some products to help you show off your skin, nails and feet outside.
With Memorial Day right around the corner, we can't help but think about warmer temperatures. As it warms up, here are some products to help you show off your skin, nails and feet outside.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:02:06 GMT
A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.
A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:06:24 GMT
Power companies are swapping out old meters -- for newer "smart" versions. The devices allow utilities to read your meter wirelessly without sending a meter reader. But opposition is growing here and across the country warning of health and safety concerns. Some smart meters have overheated and caught fire.
Power companies are swapping out old meters -- for newer "smart" versions. The devices allow utilities to read your meter wirelessly without sending a meter reader. But opposition is growing here and across the country warning of health and safety concerns. Some smart meters have overheated and caught fire.
Friday, May 10 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:51:45 GMT
The future of where food trucks can park is still very unclear tonight.Mayor Gray's office believes food trucks have to be regulated - but truck owners say the proposed regulations on the table will put them out of business.
The future of where food trucks can park is still very unclear tonight.Mayor Gray's office believes food trucks have to be regulated - but truck owners say the proposed regulations on the table will put them out of business.
The Next Great Thing searches for products that offer a solution to a mass problem -- issues many people face frequently. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans introduces you to some products that might have you saying, "Why didn't I think of that?"
The Next Great Thing searches for products that offer a solution to a mass problem -- issues many people face frequently. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans introduces you to some products that might have you saying, "Why didn't I think of that?"
In this week's Laura's Likes, we're switching things up a little as it's all about the viewer. We turned the tables this week and asked you, the viewer, to tell us what you like!
In this week's Laura's Likes, we're switching things up a little as it's all about the viewer. We turned the tables this week and asked you, the viewer, to tell us what you like!
Monday, May 6 2013 7:37 PM EDT2013-05-06 23:37:38 GMT
The Senate aimed to help traditional retailers and financially strapped state and local governments Monday by passing a bill that would widely subject online shopping -- for many a largely tax-free frontier -- to state sales taxes.
The Senate aimed to help traditional retailers and financially strapped state and local governments Monday by passing a bill that would widely subject online shopping -- for many a largely tax-free frontier -- to state sales taxes.
It's time for Laura's Likes, and this week, it's all about mom. Mother's Day is around the corner and we want to get you prepared with some really unique ideas.
It's time for Laura's Likes, and this week, it's all about mom. Mother's Day is around the corner and we want to get you prepared with some really unique ideas.
Friday, April 26 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-04-26 22:26:00 GMT
Online deals service LivingSocial said Friday that its website was hacked, and the personal data of more than 50 million customers may have been affected.
Online deals service LivingSocial said Friday that its website was hacked, and the personal data of more than 50 million customers may have been affected.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 5:36 PM EDT2013-04-24 21:36:21 GMT
Will there be enough money for college? That is what many District parents and students were asking Wednesday after they were told to get their applications in early because money for a program that helps D.C. residents go to out of state schools without paying out of state tuition could be running short.
Will there be enough money for college? That is what many District parents and students were asking Wednesday after they were told to get their applications in early because money for a program that helps D.C. residents go to out of state schools without paying out of state tuition could be running short.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-04-23 20:23:28 GMT
Tax-free shopping on the Internet could be in jeopardy under a bill making its way through the Senate. The bill would empower states to require online retailers to collect state and local sales taxes for purchases made over the Internet. The sales taxes would be sent to the states where a shopper lives.
Tax-free shopping on the Internet could be in jeopardy under a bill making its way through the Senate. The bill would empower states to require online retailers to collect state and local sales taxes for purchases made over the Internet. The sales taxes would be sent to the states where a shopper lives.
Monday, April 15 2013 10:14 AM EDT2013-04-15 14:14:33 GMT
The tax deadline is fast approaching! You have until midnight tonight to get the forms in the mail, and while the internet has made filing taxes easier, this time of the year can still be stressful for some people.
The tax deadline is fast approaching! You have until midnight tonight to get the forms in the mail, and while the internet has made filing taxes easier, this time of the year can still be stressful for some people.
You want what you like, when you want it! In this week's Laura's Likes, we will be introducing these companies that are all about customizing products to your desires.
You want what you like, when you want it! In this week's Laura's Likes, we will be introducing these companies that are all about customizing products to your desires.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-03-27 22:25:27 GMT
Gas prices are going up and commutes are getting longer. AAA has come out with its first-ever report on its selections of the best commuter vehicles. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans has more on their list.
Gas prices are going up and commutes are getting longer. AAA has come out with its first-ever report on its selections of the best commuter vehicles. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans has more on their list.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-03-27 20:13:12 GMT
No "downward-facing dog" is required. Lululemon said Wednesday that no demonstrations of yoga or any other positions are needed to return the pricey black yoga pants that the company pulled from shelves last week after finding that they were too sheer.
No "downward-facing dog" is required. Lululemon said Wednesday that no demonstrations of yoga or any other positions are needed to return the pricey black yoga pants that the company pulled from shelves last week after finding that they were too sheer.
Wednesday, March 20 2013 5:42 PM EDT2013-03-20 21:42:23 GMT
Saving to pay for your child's college tuition can be a daunting task. But some families are saving and they are not even thinking about it thanks to a program called Upromise. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans explains more about this program.
Saving to pay for your child's college tuition can be a daunting task. But some families are saving and they are not even thinking about it thanks to a program called Upromise. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans explains more about this program.
Spring is arriving and with spring comes tax time and spring break. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans is here to share what she likes to help with your taxes and allow for more play money for spring break.
Spring is arriving and with spring comes tax time and spring break. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans is here to share what she likes to help with your taxes and allow for more play money for spring break.
Friday, March 15 2013 6:50 AM EDT2013-03-15 10:50:39 GMT
If you've already filed your federal income tax return electronically in hopes of getting your money back faster, the Internal Revenue Service is saying: not so fast.
If you've already filed your federal income tax return electronically in hopes of getting your money back faster, the Internal Revenue Service is saying: not so fast.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 5:48 PM EST2013-02-27 22:48:11 GMT
Do you normally use a filter when you drink water from the tap? One consumer advocate organization says you should and they have come out with a guide for the best ones.
Do you normally use a filter when you drink water from the tap? One consumer advocate organization says you should and they have come out with a guide for the best ones. FOX 5 Consumer Reporter Laura Evans has more on the details.
Thursday, February 14 2013 9:00 AM EST2013-02-14 14:00:30 GMT
Forget the red roses. Nix the chocolates. Cancel the dinner reservations at the ridiculously-expensive and over-crowded restaurant.
Forget the red roses. Nix the chocolates. Cancel the dinner reservations at the ridiculously-expensive and over-crowded restaurant. It turns out, most significant others want something much more basic from their partner: a good credit rating.
Many of us dream about quitting our jobs to do something we really love. But few of us actually do it and even fewer manage to make a living from it. But some are making it work in the world of blogging. What's the secret to...
Many of us dream about quitting our jobs to do something we really love. But few of us actually do it and even fewer manage to make a living from it. But some are making it work in the world of blogging. What's the secret to...
Clipping coupons was so last year! If you're looking to save some quick cash this year, you can find deals right on your Smartphone! FOX 5's Lauren DeMarco hit the road to find out how they work.
Clipping coupons was so last year! If you're looking to save some quick cash this year, you can find deals right on your Smartphone! FOX 5's Lauren DeMarco hit the road to find out how they work.
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